Bankstown Montessori Academy Childcare Centre
Bankstown Centre
Bankstown Montessori Academy
Premium Montessori childcare and preschool at Bankstown Montessori Academy for children aged 6 weeks to 6 years, with morning & afternoon tea, incursions, and Start Strong Preschool Funding included.
Located on Level 2 of Little Saigon Plaza on Chapel Road, Bankstown Montessori Academy is conveniently positioned near Bankstown Central, TAFE NSW Bankstown, Paul Keating Park, Bankstown Station, and major transport connections, making daily drop-offs easier for busy local families.
As the second Montessori Academy established in the Bankstown area, the centre is known for its welcoming community feel, nurturing educators, and engaging Montessori learning environments for children aged 6 weeks to 6 years.





- Montessori Educators
- CCS Approved
- Ages 0 to 6 years
Take a Look Inside Our Bankstown Childcare Centre
Experience Montessori learning in action at our Bankstown childcare centre, where activities encourage independence, focus and school readiness.
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Tour Our Bankstown Childcare Centre
The best way to know if our Bankstown childcare centre is right for your family is to experience it in person. Meet our educators, explore the classrooms, and ask every question on your mind. Please bring your child along, we look forward to meeting you.
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I am deeply passionate about supporting children and creating a warm, welcoming community for every family.
Mary’s journey with Montessori Academy began in 2016 as a Room Assistant, and through her dedication and passion for early childhood education, she has progressed into leadership roles including Infant Room Leader, Second in Charge, Assistant Manager and now Nominated Supervisor. She is passionate about creating nurturing learning environments where children feel safe, confident and supported to reach their full potential.
Her approach centres on building meaningful relationships with children, families and educators to create a strong sense of belonging within the Bankstown community. Mary leads a dedicated team committed to providing high-quality education and care through authentic Montessori practices, ensuring every child is valued, respected and empowered to develop independence, confidence and a lifelong love of learning.
- 10+ Years Early Childhood Experience
- Montessori Trained
- First Aid, Anaphylaxis & Child Protection
- Community Focused Leadership
Inside our Bankstown childcare and preschool
View Our Bankstown Childcare Centre Facilities
Located in Little Saigon Plaza in the heart of Bankstown’s vibrant multicultural community, families love the convenience of Bankstown Montessori Academy’s central location, authentic Montessori classrooms, and engaging undercover outdoor spaces. Children enjoy bike tracks, forts, climbing equipment, gardens, and sandpits that support confidence, coordination, physical development, and hands-on exploration every day.














Rated 5 Stars By Our Bankstown Families
Bankstown childhood education programs
Bankstown Learning Programs Designed for Your Child's Exact Stage
Each Montessori education program at our Bankstown childcare centre is thoughtfully designed for a specific stage of development, combining our authentic Montessori curriculum with the Early Years Learning Framework. Through carefully prepared environments, hands-on Montessori materials, and purposeful learning experiences, children build confidence, independence, and the essential skills needed for school and life.
Our Infant Program (0–2 years) is thoughtfully structured across key developmental stages. Our educators support your child’s early development through strong relationships, movement, sensory exploration, language development, and early practical life skills within a calm, nurturing environment.
KEY DEVELOPMENTAL OUTCOMES
Toddlers are driven by a powerful urge to do things for themselves. Our Toddler program channels this energy through practical life activities, movement, language, sensorial and social skill-building, all within a prepared environment that says "yes" to hands-on exploration.
KEY DEVELOPMENTAL OUTCOMES
Our Preschool and School Readiness Program is where the Montessori method truly shines. Children work independently with manipulative materials across five curriculum areas, developing the focus, problem-solving, and a natural passion for learning that sets them apart when they transition to primary school.
KEY DEVELOPMENTAL OUTCOMES
Bankstown Childcare Fees and Inclusions
We offer a 10.5-hour childcare day from 7:30 am to 6:00 pm, with fees charged at a full daily rate. Eligible families may significantly reduce their out-of-pocket costs through the Australian Government Child Care Subsidy (CCS).
Every daily fee includes snacks, sunscreen, and Montessori materials, so you’ll never receive a surprise invoice for extras.
Fees
Daily fees at Bankstown. CCS can reduce your out-of-pocket cost by up to 85.5%.
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Why Families Choose Bankstown Montessori Academy
Families choose Bankstown Montessori Academy for its warm educators, clean and spacious learning environments, strong communication, and diverse community where children feel safe, supported, and ready to thrive.
- Engaged Educators
- Happy Children
- Calm Structured Classrooms
- Visible Learning Progress
- Strong Communication
- Holistic School Readiness
A Day at our Bankstown childcare centre
What Your Child's Day Looks Like at Our Bankstown Childcare Centre
Every day at our Bankstown childcare centre follows a calm, predictable rhythm that helps children feel safe, confident, and ready to learn. Routines vary by age group, season, and individual needs.
Arrival & Welcome
Children arrive and settle into the prepared environment. Educators greet every child and family warmly, supporting a smooth, confident transition into the day.
Montessori Work Cycle
During the Montessori work cycle children choose their work and build focus, independence and capability through the Montessori materials. Progressive morning tea is served.
Outdoor Play
Following the work cycle, children transition outdoors to climb, run, explore nature, play, and develop fundamental movement skills through active, child-led play.
Group Time & Lunch
Children come together for guided group experiences that build communication, confidence, and a sense of belonging. Lunch follows and older children set the table and serve themselves.
Rest & Quiet Activities
After lunch, younger children sleep while quiet activities and school readiness experiences are offered for older children. Individual rhythms and rest needs are always respected.
Afternoon & Pick-Up
Communal afternoon tea happens after rest time, followed by outdoor play. Late snack is served at 5:00pm with indoor activities. Educators share the day's highlights at pick-up.
Child Safety at Our Bankstown Childcare Centre is Our First Priority
Bankstown Montessori Academy is a Child Safe Organisation. Every policy, procedure, and physical environment at our Bankstown childcare centre is designed to ensure children are protected, respected, and empowered.
Find Our Bankstown Childcare Centre
Conveniently located in the heart of Bankstown, Bankstown Montessori Academy Childcare & Preschool proudly welcomes families from Bankstown, Punchbowl, Yagoona, Greenacre, Condell Park, Bass Hill, Revesby, and the wider Canterbury Bankstown area.
462 Chapel Rd, Bankstown NSW 2200, Australia
Monday - Friday, 7:30 AM - 6:00 PM
Open 51 weeks per year
Dedicated parent parking is available onsite at Little Saigon Plaza. Please use the elevators to access Level 2.
Bus: Frequent bus services operate along Chapel Road and nearby North Terrace, providing convenient connections throughout the Canterbury-Bankstown area.
Train: Bankstown Station (T3 Bankstown Line, approx. 700m away) offers easy access for families commuting to the Sydney CBD and surrounding suburbs.
Phone: 1300 000 162
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to feel confident before getting started.
What is included in the daily fee at Bankstown Montessori Academy? +
Our daily fee is designed to make busy family life easier. It includes your child's Montessori education program, morning & afternoon tea and other essential daily care items, so you can feel confident that your child has what they need throughout the day.
Your child is part of a thoughtfully prepared Montessori environment where every part of the day is designed to support independence, concentration, confidence, and development.
How is Montessori different to play-based childcare? +
Montessori is a structured, hands-on approach to early learning where children learn through purposeful activity, repetition, and real understanding. Using scientifically designed materials in carefully prepared environments, children choose their own work, follow their own interests, and build independence, concentration, coordination, and academic foundations at their own pace.
The result is children who become capable, confident learners through meaningful experiences in practical life, language, mathematics, sensorial learning, culture, and social development.
Our focus isn't on entertaining children. It's on activating their natural desire to learn.
Can I book a tour before joining the waitlist or enrolling? +
Absolutely. We encourage every family to visit the centre before making a decision.
A tour is one of the best ways to understand the difference Montessori can make. It gives you the opportunity to explore our classrooms, meet our team, see how children learn in a calm and engaging environment, and ask the questions that matter most to your family. If your child is coming on the tour too, we warmly encourage it as it helps you picture their experience more clearly.
Does Bankstown Montessori Academy help prepare children for school? +
Yes. School readiness starts from infancy and is built every day through the skills children develop in the Montessori environment.
At Bankstown Montessori Academy, children build the foundations for school and life through hands-on learning that supports early literacy, numeracy, concentration, independence, social skills, confidence, and responsibility. Rather than being treated as a short-term preschool add-on, school readiness is embedded throughout your child's entire learning journey.
Can I join the waitlist before my baby is born? +
Yes. Many families begin their childcare search while they are still expecting, especially in high-demand areas like Bankstown.
Joining the waitlist early can help you plan ahead and gives you the best chance of securing your preferred start date and care pattern. Our Family Care Team will guide you through every step, from what we need now to what can be updated once your baby arrives.
How do you help babies and new children settle into care? +
We know that starting childcare is a big transition for both children and parents. Our approach is warm, responsive, and individual to each child.
For infants and younger children especially, we work closely with families to understand home routines, comfort needs, sleep patterns, feeding preferences, and temperament. Our goal is to build trust first, because children thrive when they feel safe, known, and secure.
How will I know what my child is doing each day? +
Strong communication with families is at the heart of the Bankstown Montessori Academy experience.
From morning and afternoon handover to daily updates via our parent app, monthly learning observations, and developmental milestone reports, we make sure you are always close to your child's world.
What should I look for when comparing childcare centres in Bankstown? +
When comparing childcare centres, look beyond surface features and ask what your child will truly gain from the experience.
Consider what is included in the daily fee, how the program prepares children for school, how educators support each child's individual development, and whether the environment feels calm, safe, and purposeful.
The right centre will not only care for your child, it will feel like a true early education partner, actively helping them grow into an independent, confident, and curious learner.
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